The west's metro mayor Tim Bowles is to reflect on his first six months as leader of the recently established combined authority.

He will address business people from across the region at a business breakfast in October.

Mr Bowles (Conservative) will also provide an insight into his plans to allocate the £1 billion budget to help with infrastructure projects including new homes and transport to support business growth.

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Mike Lea of Smith & Williamson said: "This event will provide business owners, managers and those with a vested interest in the West of England a great opportunity to hear direct from one of the region’s most important elected public figures.

“With the national media reporting on the much heralded Northern Power House, it’s vital the West of England punches above its weight when it comes to attracting investment and new business.

"It can only do that by a structured approach to capital expenditure that will benefit all across the region.

"With the Severn Bridge tolls also being scrapped at the end of 2018, developing closer links with South East Wales will also become an important element of attracting businesses to the region so it will be interesting to hear Mr Bowles’ thoughts on all infrastructure related matters."

Stephen McColgan, Real Estate Partner at Michelmores' Bristol office said: "We look forward to welcoming business people from across Bristol to this new event, which will provide a great opportunity for networking – and to find out what is next for Bristol and the sub-region in terms of investment and growth.

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"At each quarterly breakfast, guests will have the chance to hear from leaders in the worlds of business, sport, government, education, entertainment and beyond, who are having an impact on the city of Bristol and its surrounding areas.”